Gas heaters for home and summer cottages
To heat a summer house or other premises with a small area, it is best to purchase a gas heater. This device is able to raise the temperature to a comfortable level in a short time and even provide heat to any place in the open air (terrace, tent, gazebo). All models can work autonomously, without connection to the central highway.
According to the principle of operation and device, gas heaters for home and summer cottages are divided into 3 types:
- infrared ceramic;
- convector;
- catalytic.
To heat a certain size area, such as a terrace or some part of a huge warehouse, an infrared ceramic heater should be chosen. Since it, due to its characteristics, is better than others for open spaces. The principle of operation of a gas infrared heater is as follows: the gas is mixed with the supply air, then it enters the ceramic tile, where it subsequently burns out, thereby increasing the temperature of the heating element. By spreading thermal radiation, it heats the objects around it, and the atmosphere warms up from them. The temperature of the heating element can reach 800°C or more, and it does not need to be connected to the electrical network for operation.
The power of a gas ceramic heater for a summer residence varies from 1.2 to 4.2 kW, and the efficiency is more than 80%. It works from gas cylinders or the central line, has a small weight, as a result, it is easy to move. Another positive characteristic is that it does not dry out the air. Also, it can be installed not only on the floor, but also on walls and ceilings. Before choosing an IR heater for giving, it should be remembered that it does not heat the entire room, but only a certain area, so if you need to cover a large space, you should buy a device with high power and the ability to control it.
Convectors operate on the principle of convection, that is, cold air is supplied from a room or street into an isolated combustion chamber, where it heats up to the required temperature, and then goes into the house. All combustion products are brought out through the tube. This is the main drawback of a convector gas household heater - it necessarily requires a ventilation system. The convector is usually installed under the window, it works both from gas from cylinders and from the main, and to change the type of fuel, it is enough to change the position of the switch. Power limits - 3-12 kW, well suited for cottages, offices, shopping pavilions and so on. Its main advantage is efficiency, which can reach 90%.
Gas catalytic heaters operate completely without flame and noise, which is why they are considered the safest. The average power is 2.9 kW, heating occurs due to the reaction of gas with a catalyst, as a result of which thermal energy is released, while hazardous substances do not appear. The heating element is able to heat up to 500 ° C, but, judging by the reviews of experts, it is still recommended to use it on areas of no more than 20 m2.
In addition to fuel from gas cylinders, it can run on gasoline or electricity. Some models are equipped with fans, which increases the heating output up to 4.9 kW.
Product lines
1. Bartolini Pullover I Turbo Plus - gas ceramic heater with an additional fan heater. Able to heat rooms with an area of up to 100 m2, consists of 3 heating panels with a total capacity of 4.2 and a 2 kW fan. There are functions of piezo ignition, adjustment of heating modes and gas control. It works completely without being connected to the electrical network, and the fan heater can function without a heater. Consumption - from 120-330 gr / hour.
2. Wall-mounted convector gas heater Alpine Air DT-2000 is a reliable and durable device thanks to a high quality steel heat exchanger. With a power of 2.3 kW, it heats rooms up to 35 m2. There are electric ignition functions and a temperature controller. The output and air intake are carried out only outside the building. Consumption - 190 gr / hour.
3. Bartolini Primavera K - gas catalytic heater with a power of 2.9 kW, heated area - no more than 35 m2. All kinds of sensors are built into the device: tilt angle, measurement of the amount of oxygen, gas control, as well as piezo ignition. Consumption - 210 gr / hour.
4. Ceramic gas heater Timberk TGH 4200 SM1 has a power of 4.2 kW, which allows you to heat an area of 60 m2. It has 3 switching modes - 1.4, 2.8 and 4.2 kW, sensors for gas control, tilt, oxygen level. Easy to move with wheels. It comes with 2 clamps, a hose and a reducer for a gas cylinder. Consumption - 100-300 gr / hour.
5. Ceramic infrared Hyundai Geiser H-HG1-42-UI577 differs from other models in an interesting and stylish appearance, as well as the presence of rollover protection. Power - 4.2 kW, there are 3 switching modes, the size of the heated area - from 30 to 60 m2. Consumption - up to 305 g / hour.
The most important characteristic to pay attention to is power. On average, 1 kW is required per 10 m2, so for a dacha with an area of 30 m2, a minimum of 3 kW is required. For rooms up to 20 m2, it is recommended to use catalytic gas heaters, for large sizes - convector heaters, and for open and outdoor places infrared ceramic heaters. It is also better to choose models that have power control, tilt and fall sensors (in this case, the gas supply will be automatically blocked), carbon dioxide control (at a high level, the device will turn off) and burners, if it suddenly goes out, and a piezo ignition function.
If you plan to use a gas heater for summer cottages on an ongoing basis, then you should pay attention to its efficiency, in this regard, a convector heater is better suited, and for one-time use, especially on the street, infrared. Moreover, for this purpose there is a special portable model in the form of a lamppost. At its base is a gas cylinder, and on a long pole - an emitter. When choosing a collector-type device, you should definitely know the width of the wall of your house so that the pipe is of sufficient length.
Buyer opinions
“For a long time I could not decide which heater to choose, but after studying a lot of reviews and characteristics, I bought Bartolini Pullover I. The area of \u200b\u200bmy house is 50 m2 and it warms it up easily and quickly. It is very good that there is a gas control function, since elderly parents often live with me, and wheels for moving. In general, I have only a positive opinion about Bartolini and now I recommend it to my friends. The price is about 9000 rubles.
Alexander Romanenko, Moscow.
“For a long time I was going to buy an infrared gas heater and, having made a small review of the characteristics, I decided to choose Timberk TGH 4200 SM2. It attracted not only an interesting design, but also the ability to adjust the power, for example, a room of 40 m2 was quickly and well heated in the 2nd mode - 2.8 kW. And I managed to buy it quite inexpensively - only 4,500 rubles.
Igor Groshev, St. Petersburg.
“I heard a lot of positive feedback about the Alpine Air DT-200 convector gas heater, especially about how quickly it heats the air and that it is absolutely safe for children. And the price seemed low compared to other similar devices - a little more than 10,000 rubles. In my opinion, it is quite inexpensive, considering that it fully justifies itself. Mounted his specialists under the window opening on the wall. And what I really liked is that he takes the air for heating from the street, and not from the house.
Stepan, Novosibirsk.
“Most recently, I got a dacha, but there is no main heating in it, so I decided to purchase a Bartolini Pullover K gas catalytic heater, complete with a 24.5-liter composite cylinder. I chose a device of this particular type, as I heard a lot of reviews that with this principle of operation it is considered the safest option. In addition, Bartolini is equipped with all kinds of sensors: gas control, shutdown when falling / tilting, oxygen level, and it’s convenient to carry it thanks to the wheels.”
Nikolai, Yekaterinburg.
Price
Price table for gas heaters:
| Model | Device type | power, kWt | Maximum heated area, m2 | Cost, rubles |
| Bartolini Primavera K | catalytic | 2,9 | 35 | 11800 |
| Bartolini Pullover K Turbo Plus | 70 | 13700 | ||
| Hyundai Geiser H-HG1-42-UI577 | ceramic | 4,2 | 60 | 5000 |
| Hyundai Voyage H-HG1-42-UI576 | 5600 | |||
| Timberk TGH 4200 SM2 | 4500 | |||
| NeoClima UK-20 | 4600 | |||
| Alpine Air DT-2000 | convector | 2,3 | 35 | 10700 |
| Karma Beta Mechanic 3 | 3 | 30 | 22300 | |
| Mira H3 Wall 2 Karizma 3 kw | 20 | 9700 |
Be sure to observe safety precautions during use. Do not remove the protective grill and place any objects (clothing) on the heater, move it when it is on. It is dangerous to install near water sources (pool, shower, bathtub) or in front of flammable materials. If you smell gas, turn off the device immediately and ventilate the room.
